Robbie Williams has recorded the theme song for ‘The Tiger Who Came to Tea’.
The ‘Let Me Entertain You’ hitmaker has joined forces with composer David Arnold and lyricist Don Black on ‘Hey Tiger!’ as the theme song for Channel 4’s TV movie adaptation of Judith Kerr’s classic children’s book.
Robbie – who has kids Coco, 12 months, Teddy, six, and four-year-old Charie with wife Ayda Field – said: "This book has played a big part in me bonding with my kids. I’ve read it possibly 150 times to my first daughter, Teddy, and she is the reason I’m singing the song – I’m honouring those moments with her.
"She loved the book and I got a real heart-warming kick reading a line and her finishing it, so it will be forever in my heart. Plus I’m a massive fan of Don Black and it’s an honour to be singing the words he’s written.
"The song reflects the tiger’s wonderful, magical and mischievous character – it’s whimsical and just what a song should be in this film."
The original 1968 book follows young girl Sophie, her mother and a tiger who joins them for a hilariously chaotic teatime meal.
Caroline Hollick, Head of C4 Drama, added: "What a coup to have superstar Robbie Williams singing Don Black’s delightful lyrics to David Arnold’s incredibly catchy tune. This fantastic song will make this gorgeous adaptation an unforgettable treat – I can’t wait for everyone to enjoy it."
And Ruth Fielding, producer and co-founder of Lupus Films, said: "What a privilege to not only have a score by such a renowned composer as David, but also a theme song with Don’s fabulously fun lyrics. ‘Hey Tiger!’ is such an upbeat swing number which suits Robbie’s voice and personality so well. The song works seamlessly with the animation in the film and it’s been an absolute joy to work with such an incredibly talented trio."
Robbie William records The Tiger Who Came to Tea theme song
